Meet Our Team
Our Team – We have one thing in common with all our clients, the desire to be the best we can be. Expert and local legal advice for Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
Green Team
Sue Shaw-Toomey
Qualified Solicitor and Licensed Conveyancer. Over 30 years’ experience in Commercial and Residential Property. Loves independent coffee shops and Gin Palaces.
Katie Toomey
Paralegal. Recent LLM graduate. Loves coffee, cats, and a good book.
Orange Team
Helen Ward
Conveyancer with a Legal Secretary background and over 30 years’ experience. Crime Drama addict.
Sam Mooney
Legal Secretary & Assistant to Helen Ward. Love my dogs and spending time with family & friends
Blue Team
Kirsty Willey
Experienced Conveyancer with 22 years in the legal profession, including 17 years in residential conveyancing. I take pride in delivering a professional service and helping clients navigate the property process with confidence. Away from the office, I love travelling and making memories with my family.
Nicola Smith
Trainee Conveyancer. Nicola joined Toomey Legal in 2021 and is now undertaking her CLC qualification as she works towards becoming a qualified conveyancer. Speaks Italian and loves a good vino.
Kate Reay
Conveyancing Assistant – Kate has more than 20 years’ experience in the property industry. Loves a good micro-pub, live music and holidays in the sun.
Louisa Bartoli
Outside of work, I am an animal lover and a travel enthusiast who is always looking to book her next holiday!
Purple Team
Bethany Hobkirk
Head of Finance & HR – Started my career in business admin at 15. I fell into Finance and never looked back! I joined Toomey Legal back in 2020. Netballer, foodie and cat mam.
Dawn Norgrove
Receptionist & Admin support at Toomey Legal,
Friendly and helpful to everyone.
Love stationery & going out out.
Bryan Hobkirk
Office Manager. 40+ years in the house moving sector. Loves customer satisfaction, a range of good music and company. The Man of the house.